Question

explain how the planets are held in orbit around the sun​

Answer 1

Answer:

The planets are held orbit around the earth because of gravitational force.

Answer 2

here's your answer dear with explanation:

Newton's realized that the reason of the planet orbit the sun is related to why objects fall to earth when we drop them.the sun's gravity pulls on the planet,just as Earth gravity pulls on the planet,just as Earth gravity pulls down anything that is not held up by some other Force and keeps you and on the ground

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